Senior RF Communications Test Engineer | TS/SCI Clearance

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 79,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) – Mission Technologies seeks an RF Communications Test Engineer to join a growing team at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH. The role focuses on RF test engineering, satellite links, and systems analysis in a fast-moving, agile environment.

The position requires a strong background in RF systems, MATLAB/Excel skills, and the ability to work with customers to define clear test requirements. TS/SCI clearance is required. Occasional travel is expected.

Qualifications

• 2-15+ years of relevant experience with Electrical/Electrical Engineering or related field

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME on RF communication systems for test and evaluation
• Conduct satellite communications link budget analysis and validate performance
• Analyze RF signal paths and system geometry for space vehicle orientation
• Evaluate RF systems including ground stations, transponders, and user terminals
• Model and simulate RF systems and atmospheric effects for test planning
• Design and build RF communication systems and test apparatuses
• Coordinate with customers to define test requirements and report findings
• Travel 10-20%

Skills

RF test engineering

Satellite communications analysis

Analytical problem solving

Technical writing

Communication skills

Test planning

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

MATLAB

MS Excel

Job description

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) – Mission Technologies seeks an RF Communications Test Engineer to join a growing team at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH. The role focuses on RF test engineering, satellite links, and systems analysis in a fast-moving, agile environment.

The position requires a strong background in RF systems, MATLAB/Excel skills, and the ability to work with customers to define clear test requirements. TS/SCI clearance is required. Occasional travel is expected.